Twists, Kinks and Coils: Curly Hair. Don’t Care.

I'm Not Yelling! I'm Dominican: First-Generation Caribbeanites Navigating Life

Imagine navigating the complex world of natural hair, wrestling with societal beauty standards, and learning to love your curls. Can you see yourself there? Join us, your hosts, Nachi and Damaris, and our captivating guest, Dhayana Alejandrina, as we walk through our unique hair stories. We share personal insights on transitioning from relaxed to natural hair, the societal and cultural expectations, and the challenges of embracing natural curls. Our open and candid discussion shines a light on the impact of these experiences on our identities and the cultural significance of perming hair in the Dominican Republic.
We also delve into the journey of self-acceptance and the patience that comes with embracing natural hair. We share our challenges and how we learned to understand and embrace our unique hair textures, creating a healing connection with our hair. Stay tuned as we explore this dynamic and complex world of natural hair, embracing self-expression and breaking traditional beauty standards.
Find Dhayana Alejandrina on:
IG: @dhayanalejandrina
Twitter: @Dhayalejandrina
Website: https://dhayana-alejandrina.square.site/

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